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© brismike (CC BY-NC)
10 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Non-Magnetic, Large type
| Copper-nickel | 5.65 g | 23.62 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1999-2006 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.62 mm |
| Thickness | 1.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 November 2006 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#3926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Māori koruru (carved mask) with Māori rafter patterns, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
J B
Designer: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Comment
From the Reserve Bank of New Zealand website, on the significance of the design: "Koruru feature particularly strongly at the apex of the gable of a large carved house that was symbolic of the face of an important Māori ancestor from that part of the country. This particular koruru was designed by Mr James Berry specifically for use on New Zealand currency and is representative of designs from various regions."In 2004 the Royal Dutch Mint issued a Set of New Zealand coins from 5 cent to $2. This is known as the Oceania Set. The set included the rare 2004 10 cent/$1 Mule coin.
